Herb or Spice
Lemon Myrtle
About This Entry
Lemon myrtle is an Australian leaf spice with intense lemon-citral aroma — its bright character pairs with Sauvignon Blanc, Vermentino, and citrus-friendly whites.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Common Culinary Uses
- salmon fillet
At a Glance
Group
Dried Herbs
Classification
Herbs & Spices
Usage intensity
accent
Scientific name
Backhousia citriodora
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Lemon Myrtle
- Classification
- Herbs & Spices
- Group
- Dried Herbs
- Scientific name
- Backhousia citriodora
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- accent